The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.593, subdivision 1, to expand the scope of the crime of damage or theft related to telecommunications equipment. Specifically, it adds provisions to include damage or theft of equipment associated with broadband services and cable services, alongside existing protections for electricity and hazardous liquid pipelines. This legislative change aims to enhance the legal framework surrounding the protection of telecommunications infrastructure by explicitly recognizing the importance of broadband and cable services in the context of criminal activity. The bill maintains the existing penalties for such crimes, ensuring that individuals who intentionally damage or steal from these services face appropriate legal consequences.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 609.593